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Brian Youndt Obituary
Born in West Reading, he was a son of Cindy L. (Impink) Hartman, Centre Township, and Randy L. Youndt, Shillington.
He worked as a laborer for J&J Contracting, Leesport, last working in September 2004.
In addition to his parents and stepfather, he is survived by a brother, Joey L., husband of Jodi L. (Walbert) Youndt, Shoemakersville; and a half sister, Amanda R. Youndt, Columbia, Md.
Other survivors include his maternal grandparents, Donald E. and CarolAnn (Fister) Impink, North Fort Myers, Fla.; his paternal grandparents, Janet R. (Labe) Youndt, Centre Township, and the late Lloyd Youndt Jr.; his stepgrandparents, Richard H. and Bernice L. (Styer) Hartman, Centre Township; and his stepgreat-grandmother, Pearl A. (Dotterer) Styer, Centre Township.
He also is survived by two nephews, Jordan T. and Janson L. Youndt.
Services will be Monday at 11 a.m. in Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg (off-street parking in rear). Burial will follow in Fairview (Belleman’s) Cemetery, Centre Township. Viewing will be Sunday 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, Hope Lodge, Hershey, PA, c/o Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., 65 S. Fourth St., Hamburg, PA 19526.
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Memories and Condolences
for Brian Youndt
Mom Mom Carol Ann
October 31, 2025
Dear Brian. Another year has passed but it has not gotten any easier to accept you are no longer here to make us laugh or wonder why you did what you did. Hopefully we all will see you some day again. God will see to that. Pop pop Donald is up there with you. I know you are taking care of each other along with other family members. It is really tough not being able to talk to you but God´s plans come first. We must respect that. Love you Brian & always will.
Mom Mom Carol Ann
November 1, 2024
Brian you are sorely missed each & every day. My love for you goes much deeper than this message. You are forever in my mind & my heart. Love you forever.
Carol Ann Impink
October 27, 2022
Brian, you are missed so much words cannot say. Pictures on the walls remind us every day what a funny witty grandson you were and how it leaves a void in our lives. Your Pop Pop Donald is now with you in heaven and you can take care of each other. Sending my love to you and miss you every day.
Joe Dunlap
January 3, 2008
Dear Brian,
I don't even know how to begin this memoriam for you. There's not a day that passes that I don't think of you. The memories that I have of you I am very grateful for and even though You're resting in peace, I miss you. I know Heaven is the goal but I still miss you and wish you were here with us. Our friendship was forged on the Lord of the Rings, a movie which is even more special to me now. I miss the times we spent together and I hope you're still with me through the times that are to come, even though I may not be able to see or talk to you like when you were here. I have a lot of fond memories of you that I hope time doesn't ever let me forget. I never thought the day would come when this would all be happening...maybe it was the hope that you would become healthier again or maybe it was just the denial that anything bad would happen to you. You were a better friend to me than a lot of people I have had in my life; You always had the time, the insight, or the laughter to share with me and I will cherish that always. I consider you one of the best friends I ever had, and I love you. They say that absence makes the heart grow fonder and I just don't know...Time just seems to take so long now.
Love you...miss you...Till again...
Jackie Ciesla
December 31, 2007
Brian,
Well I have waited two months to sign this. Here I sit only a few hours away from the new year and wish you were here with all of us to ring in the new year. I miss you more than you will ever know. I know there is a reason for everything and I guess that we all needed an angel on our shoulders and you are the only one for the task. I wanted to thank you for all the memories that you and I shared. There isn't a second that goes by that I'm not thinking of you. You will always be in my heart, and I keep you alive in my memories.
To Cindy: I don't think that Brian could have asked for a better mother. You were always there for him every step of the way. I know that you miss Brian dearly, but he is always with all of us.
To Janson and Jordan: I just wanted you to know that to Brian you were not his nephews, but were his kids. He would talk all the time about how proud he was of you. Brian, you will always have a special place in my heart and in time i will see you again.
Bernice & Richard
December 10, 2007
Brian, I have been delaying writing what my heart is feeling because it hurts when I think about it. When I am in the yard, I want to come over and peek in the door to see how you are doing. I will never forget the first time I saw you. You were two years old and I kept saying you looked like a little Teddy bear. We will miss you bringing the boys to the pool and hanging out, even though last summer you couldn't deal with the sun. Here I sit with tears dripping in my lap, but that is because I am selfish and want you to be here with us. I know you are resting in the arms of Jesus and that you are whole again. I think of you everyday and know that someday we will be together again. We loved you like you were our blood grandson.
This was just so YOU!
December 10, 2007
Jordan Youndt
December 10, 2007
Hi, Uncle Brian it's Jordan, I also stood up that day to let everyone know what a good person you were. You did what I wanted to do instead of what you wanted to do. You took care of me during the summer when mom and dad were at work. Eventhough you were very sick you attempted to make it to my football games. I loved to play video games with you. So much proves why you were a great uncle. I miss you. Love, Jordan
Janson Youndt
December 10, 2007
Uncle Brian, I know you heard me at your service telling everyone your were a great man. You did everthing for me like took me to Dorney Park, watched me over the summer while my parents went to work, but the best thing you did for me was to love me. I wanted everyone to know I stood there that longely day to thank you for all you did for me. Love, Janson
Jordan Youndt
December 2, 2007
Uncle Brian,you do not know how hard it is to eat,sleep,and not think about you. I'l always think about you and miss you.
Janson Youndt
December 2, 2007
Hi it's me Janson your nephew. Every body around here really misses you. It's so hard to sleep around here because I miss you
a lot. All the times we had with you like when we went minature golfing with you,and went to Dorney Park with you. It's just to hard to do stuff I just can't do any thing without thinking of you.
P.S. I miss you a lot.
Jodi Youndt
December 2, 2007
Well, I guess it's time to sign. I was waiting- I guess for the day someone would tell me this never happened. You were and still are such a big part of our lives. This has been hard, harder then I ever imagined- We are all walking around with an empty space in our hearts, an empty space in our lives. It seems like everything reminds me of you- I listen to the radio and wonder if you liked a certain song, I walk outside and wonder if you would have thought it was cold. You are always on my mind. The boys will do something and I want them to be able to call you and tell you what they did because I know you would be so proud-I guess you already know though, because I know you are watching over them. Jordan and Janson know you are their guardian angel and they will do their hardest to make you proud. I am so proud to have you as my brother in law- I'm just sorry I could only have you in my life for 12 years- there should have been many, many more years to share with you. You are the the most couragous, strongest, inspirational, most special person I have ever met and I feel blessed to be a part of you and your family. I will do my best to take care of your brother. You are deeply missed and loved. You will be in my thoughts everyday. Rest peacefully, Brian- know you will never be forgotten. Love you!
December 2, 2007
I can't believe it's month now.... I see your name on my phone, and think I have to call you. Wherever I go I think I see you and then it hits me all over again. Always know I love you and that I miss you! You taught me more about how to live life to it's fullest than I could ever teach you.... you are my hero and always will be.
Always and Forever,
Dad
Cindy Hartman
November 30, 2007
Oh Brian, I can't believe you are away for a month now. We all miss you terribly. I wake up thinking you just haven't come home yet. I just think my phone has to ring and it will be your voice "Hi Mom what's ya doing?". I know you wouldn't want me to cry everyday for you but I can't imagine going on without you. I am trying but each day seems to get harder instead of easier. I am told you are watching over me and so I guess you hear me talking to you all the time. I just want to hold you. I am at peace with the fact you are no longer in pain and struggling....that is all that keeps me going. I just wanted to say I love you and miss you and I know always will. A day will never go by that you are not in my thoughts. Forever in my heart and soul, Love Mom!
Joey Youndt
November 24, 2007
Brian, I've been waiting to write something until my head cleared and I could wrap my arms around this, but it doesn't appear that is going to happen soon. I miss you so much. I keep waiting for you to call me or stop by. I know they say pain heals with time but it hasn't gotten any better yet. I can't believe you are gone. I feel so lost without you. I tell Jordan and Janson that whatever they do they should do it right and make you proud. You were a great uncle to them and now you are their guardian angel. Please know that I love you and miss you. Not a day will go by in the rest of my life that I won't think of you. You blessed my life by being my brother and I will always be proud to say so. I love you forever.
michael ulrich
November 24, 2007
Happy birthday and Thanksgiving Brian there is not a day that went by that i have not thought of u and wish i would have spent more time hanging out with u. One day we will meet again and be able to talk and thanks for being such a supportive friend.
your friend
mike
Dad
November 22, 2007
I've been trying for weeks to put into my own words, but I can't seem to find them to express how much you mean to me and always will. Just know my thoughts and memories will always stay in my heart, just as you will. Here on your Birthday and Thanksgiving, it breaks my heart that you are not here with us all today, but I know you are in a better place celebrating with Pop Pop and Aunt Karen. I know in my heart one day we will reunite again. I love you and I miss you with all of my heart! Happy Birthday and Happy Thanksgiving Brian!
"Crusty"
November 22, 2007
Brian you were an incredible person. I will miss you more than words can say. I will never forget all the wonderful times we had together. You were always there for me, through good times and bad. You are gone now, but you will never be forgotten.
Kristen Shaffer
November 16, 2007
To Brian's Family and Friends -
I feel honored to have met and cared for Brian as one of his nurses at Hershey. Although I never wished for him to have to be in the hospital, I always enjoyed having him as my patient. As a young nurse, Brian helped me to learn a lot about the cancer journey and inspired me through his willingness to fight. I was encouraged by his closeness with you, his family and friends. I thank you all for shaping Brian into the person he was.
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you at this difficult time.
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Brian...the rock star?
Mandy
November 13, 2007
Dear Brian,
I've been looking for pictures of you since the unfortunate day when we lost you. I found pictures of you from when you were an adult and others of when you were a teenager but for some reason this was my favorite. I don't really remember you at this age (mainly because I was either brand new to the world or because I was still waiting impatiently to be born). For some reason, pictures of you as a kid are my favorite because that was when we knew each other best. Even though I'm sure I was a persistent pest you humored me with games of "house," which I'm sure you could've lived without.
I don't really believe in titles like "half" and "step" because you are my brother and I always thought of you that way. I looked up to you even though it was from afar. Unfortunately, I was raised a city girl and you were raised a country boy and our paths rarely crossed as teenagers and adults. I missed the opportunity of getting to know the "mature" version of the big brother I played with.
I remember telling myself when I found out you had cancer that I was going to get to know you again as an adult. I promised you I'd take you out for a drink and sadly my move to Maryland made that impossible. It seems towards the end that I really wouldn't get that chance as every time I came home to visit one of us was too sick to see the other.
At your funeral I watched as friend after friend came in to say their goodbyes to you and I was jealous that I didn't know you nearly as well as they did. They have so many memories of you that I can't share, but I have my memories too. I can't put into words the great loss I feel right now, but I'm comforted by the thought that I'll get my chance to get that drink with you some day. Until then I'll be remembering those games of house and that smile of yours and I'll miss you. You lived life so fully right until the end and I want to be just like my big brother (I guess I'm still the annoying little sister at heart!) Until we see each other again...
For everyone else, take a peek at the picture and please enjoy the other pictures I was able to find. They should be making their way to the photo album soon!
Nicole, Mike, Matt and Mikey Gregg
November 12, 2007
Mandy & Jeremy,
I am very sorry to hear about Brian. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Elaine Fick
November 12, 2007
Dear Janet & Randy,
You both have been through so much. My thoughts and prayers are with you both. Brian is with Bud and Karen now. He has no more pain. May God give you peace.
Elaine Fick (Arlene Fick's daughter) (Boscov's North Shoes)
Chuck Aten
November 9, 2007
Brian,
I will always remember how you made me laugh (at Ed's expense of course) especially while playing hockey and swimming in Craig's parents pool. I miss you man.
The Spolski's Dave, Paula, Justin & Brandon
November 9, 2007
Dear Sis and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all.
Nancy Neff
November 7, 2007
Cindy, Craig & Joey,
I just heard about your terrible loss from Sue. I am so sorry you and your family have to endure such an unimaginable pain like this. My heart aches for all of you. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you. May you feel comfort in Brian's memories and may the love and peace from God sustain you in this most difficult time.
Erica Rayles
November 7, 2007
Brian, I miss you sooo much. I want so bad for you to call me, luckily i saved all the messages you left on my cell phone for the past month. Even though its just a message i sometimes talk back to them. I am so very happy that you and I have a lifetime full of memories. You truly are my best friend and brother.
i love you forever, erica
Kristen Kreider
November 7, 2007
I am SO very sorry for your loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
linda herndon
November 6, 2007
Cindy & Craig, My heart breaks for you.I lost my son Josh to cancer Aug.29,07 after a brave and courageous battle with the cancer monster. He was 17 and had so much life to live. I truly know your pain. GOD BLESS!
Mom
November 6, 2007
Oh Brian, I sit here reading all these wnderful thoughts that your friends, family and loving people who never even had the pleasure of really knowing you have written. I just finsihed opening 27 sympathy cards today alone. You truley have touched the lives of so very many people not only in person but in thoughts and prayers as well. I know yesterday you were with us and were smiling at everyone who came to say their good byes and pay their respects. You probably have no idea how much you will be missed by so very many people. Your courage alone was just unbelivable. I know you know how proud I am of you for so very many reasons. I have no idea how to begin to move on without you however knowing you are no longer in pain is the only comforting feeling I can feel right now. I will love and miss you forever. A part of me died with you on Thursday morning so please never feel alone---you can talk to me anytime. Til I see you again, I love you with every beat of my heart.
I miss you terribly, Love Mom!
michael ulrich
November 6, 2007
dear Cindy, Craig and family -- Brian was such a great friend he was always by you no matter what situation. I could always go to him and ask him any type of questions and he would give me an honest answer. I have not one bad memory with him from little league baseball and football and even when we just hung out around the neighborhood with the boys and even when we got the subaru wagon stuck down in the creek and we just laughed for hours about that. Even when i talked to him about 2 months ago we still talked about that. After all the years later will still had great memories to talk about and how much fun we had together and he will always be in my heart and prayers as well as you guys because u were always like family in that tight little friendship we all had. Thank you for raising such a great son and friend.
Mommom Sis
November 6, 2007
Brian, I miss you so much. I'm waiting for my phone to ring so I can hear "Hi Mommom, what are you doing?" I want to pick you up and take you where you want to go. But this won't happen anymore. I never let myself think it would end this way. I always thought you would get better. Now when I think back I believe you were trying to get me ready for what was coming. When you told me you were going to church with Dasha and to confession and then you said, "I think it's time now, don't you?" or the time I was to pick you up but first you had to sign some papers about a will, you said. You told me "you know Mommom, in case I'm with you and something happens to me, so they know what they can do." I always told you I loved you Brian, but there is something else I should have told you and that is what a fine, strong, brave, young man you were, and I AM SO PROUD TO BE YOUR MOMMOM.
Angie Keller, BSW
November 6, 2007
I will remember Brian for his courage- to stand up against his disease and look it in the eye and continue to live his life to the fullest. My only regret is that I met Brian and his family at such a trying time in their lives BUT I commend each of you for your strength and love for each other. My thoughts and prayers are with you always...
Sherry (Sinistri) Fellin
November 5, 2007
My Condolances to the Family of Brian.
I never met Brian but, I know his Grandparents Don and Carol Ann Impink. over the years they told me wonderful stories about both their grandsons and how proud they were of the boys. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless all of you at this time of sorrow.
Jerry & Judy Davis
November 5, 2007
Cindy, Craig, and Randy
We know the pain of losing a loved one. We want you and your family to know we share your pain and sorrow. We all learn to live with the loving memory of the loved one. God bless!
Jackie Van Liew
November 5, 2007
This has been a long journey and one which Brian and each of you have fought well. Cindy you did not fail. All of you have stuck together and supported one another. You raised together two loving and supportive men. Men you can be proud of in so many ways. Today was the most difficult thing. One I wish you had never had to experience. I wish you love as you put your lives back together. Your circle is strong, rest in it. May the Lord bless and keep you, May the Lord shine his face upon you and give you peace. I love you and am here for you anytime. Jackie Van Liew
Gerald Davis
November 5, 2007
Janet (Sis) Youndt
All of us from the "Golden Pond" send our deepest sympathy, whether separately or as the "group". We share your sorrow and we are always here for you. God bless!
Kerri & Steve LoRusso
November 5, 2007
Cindy & Craig,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers, always. Even though we did not know him well, he touched our lives. Always know Cindy, we are right around the corner dear friend.
Karie Wagner
November 5, 2007
Cindy and Family,
Brian will always hold a very special place in my heart. Our friendship began in confirmation class and grew stronger over the years. I will always remember his kind smile and loving heart. Thank you for raising such a beautiful son. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
M DiVeterano
November 5, 2007
Randy, I am truly sorry for your loss. I am praying for you and your family to be comforted while going through this. Keep Brian's memories close to your heart. Brian is at rest now. You have been such a great father and friend to him. My prayer for you: Lord, help Randy to deal with this loss. Help him to be at peace knowing that his son is no longer in pain. Give Randy the strength to move on and to cherish each moment he spent with Brian. God, help his heart to heal from this loss. In Your holy name - amen. God Bless!
Emily Yoder-Scheider
November 5, 2007
While I never met Brian, I am so very sorry for the loss you must feeling at this difficult time. Randy--my friend, my prayers are especially with you in this time of grief.
MARYANN ROHRBACH
November 5, 2007
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Hans Shinton
November 4, 2007
Craig & Cindy, Joey & Family;
Our Deepest Sympathies, words can not convey the sorrow...
May Brian's Love And Spirit Remain In Your Treasured Memories Forever.
Lawrence & Susan Alati
November 4, 2007
Dear Sis and family,
Although we never had the privilege of knowing Brian, our hearts go out to you. Losing a loved one is always difficult, but may you find solace knowing that Brian's courageous battle has ended and he has found peace. God was in need of another angel, and now Brian will watch over you as you have watched over him until you meet again. Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with you.
Debbie (Phillips) Wolfe
November 4, 2007
Dear Randy and Aunt Sis, we are all so sad for your loss, please have comfort in knowing Brian is in the best place now and he has no more pain. He is also with Uncle Bud and Karen. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Debbie,Keith,Brandon and Mary
Tonya Ferro
November 4, 2007
Cindy & Craig - my heart goes out to you and your family. May the love from those who surround you during this difficult time bring you comfort and peace. God bless you!
Mom Mom Carol Ann & Pop Pop Donald Impink
November 4, 2007
Brian, you will always be in our hearts and memories as a wonderful, witty, caring grandson. The burden of cancer you have carried for the last 3 years has been lifted and you are now in a peaceful state and never have to suffer again. You are in the hands of your maker. We will love you forever and you'll be with us forever.
Mark Wiktor
November 3, 2007
Cindy & Craig,
Our hearts go out to you and your family. May your memories comfort you in this time of grief.
Mark & Deanna
Renee Oberlander
November 3, 2007
I am so very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts.
Holly Manness
November 3, 2007
Cindy & Family:
May you know the peace and comfort
this heartfelt thought imparts-
The ones we love are never gone,
they live within our hearts.
With my deepest sympathy,
Mom Mom Carol Ann & Pop Pop Donald Impink
November 3, 2007
Brian - sending our love into eternity where you are now resting in peace and solitude from a burden you could not overcome. You will always be in our hearts and our memories.
Merl & Linda Tinkey
November 3, 2007
Dear Sis, Randy, Joey & Jody,
We are so sorry for your loss. Hope you will take comfort in knowing that Brian is not suffering any longer and he is with Bud and Karen. He was so courageous in his battle against cancer. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Linda & Merl
Jordan and Janson
November 3, 2007
We miss you Uncle Brian. We love you so much!
Tara Lesagonicz (Weaver)
November 2, 2007
I am technician Scott Weaver's daughter. My deepest condolences go out to you & your family during this sorrowful time. May the memories of your son live forever in your hearts.
Lisa Straub
November 2, 2007
I was a high school classmate of Brian's. Even though I didn't know him well in school, I know that he was always happy and had a smile on his face. My heart goes out to his family and loved ones. If for any reason you would like to contact me please feel free to.
Sue McCulloch
November 2, 2007
Cindy and family
My prayers and thoughts continue to be with you.
Amber Archambault
November 2, 2007
Cindy, Craig and Family,
My sister Erica and Brian were very close, and just being around the two of them always made me very happy. I'm very sorry for your loss, and I'm always here for your family.
Norene Fry
November 2, 2007
Hi Cindy and family
We are so sorry to hear of Brian"s passing. I'll never forget how cute he was when he was a baby and grew into quite a handsome young man. He's with Judy and I am sure they have lots to talk about. My number is still 375 7471 if you want to call sometime and talk. thoughts and prayers are with you all. love Norene and Bill
Lydia Daniels
November 2, 2007
My sincere sympathies to you and your family, Cindy I am Lydia Batz, I know what you are going through and if you ever need someone to talk to I would be there for you, I lost a son 11 years ago, and I know that you always need someone to listen and understand, much love to you and your family, Love Lydia
Jo Ann Lusane
November 2, 2007
Cindy and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prays are with you.
Kathy Hess
November 2, 2007
Aunt Sis!
I'm here for you. If you need me you know where I am. Brian's safe now and has no more pain, which is the blessing in all of this. He's watching over all of us. My prayers are with you and Randy, Cindy and Craig and Joey and Jody. Peace to all and God Bless!
Kathy
LISA WISNIEWSKI
November 2, 2007
I WENT TO SCHOOL WITH JOEY,BUT REMEMBER BRIAN AS WELL.AND HOW HE HAD A PASSION FOR HOCKEY,FOOTBALL,ECT.WILL NEVER FORGET HIS SMILING FACE.THINKING OF YOU DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME
LISA (MILLER)WISNIEWSKI
November 2, 2007
Cindy & Family,
So very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love,
Tina & Mike Majors
Jess (Straub) George
November 2, 2007
I went to school with Brian and he was a great guy. He was always smiling and and he always had me laughing. He will be sadly missed. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during the very hard time.
Butch Camilli
November 2, 2007
Randy, I am very sorry for the loss of your son.
Kathy Hess
November 2, 2007
Cindy, Craig and Randy,
Words can not express the sadness I feel for you and the empty feeling I'm sure you all have. Please accept Max and my sympathies and know that Brian is safe and pain free now. He's an angel watching over all of us and will be there for you forever. Our prayers are offered to you. God Bless You!
Max and Kathy
Shelly Mock
November 2, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you Cindy and your family. I am here for you even if you just need a shoulder to cry on or someone to talk to. LOVE YOU!
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